Climate & Environment
Ten years ago, California adopted a law to curb chronic overpumping of groundwater. Significant challenges remain, even as the state works toward its goals.
Sept. 17, 2024
California
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law to reunite a Jewish family with an Impressionist painting looted by Nazis. The law was designed to reverse a recent court ruling.
Sept. 16, 2024
In response to a Times and Capital & Main investigation, lawmakers say more enforcement and worker education is needed.
Aug. 21, 2024
Entertainment & Arts
Sept. 8, 2024
State legislation directing the UC and CSU systems to hire students without work permits may violate federal law and has put Gov. Gavin Newsom in a tough spot
Sept. 4, 2024
Hollywood Inc.
A judge has dismissed a lawsuit accusing Harvey Weinstein and Madison Square Garden Chief Executive James Dolan of sexual assault.
The filing comes nearly eight years after The Times published an investigation into political donations linked to real estate developer Samuel Leung.
Sept. 7, 2024
Politics
Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Trump touted support from law enforcement this week as crime remains a prominent issue in the presidential race.
Sept. 6, 2024
Newsom energy package sparks tug of war in final hours of California legislative session.
Aug. 30, 2024
Music
Similarities between Miley Cyrus’ ‘Flowers’ and Bruno Mars’ ‘When I Was Your Man’ are now lawsuit fodder: A copyright case has been filed against the pop diva.